Open Space Assessment

Swindon Borough Council

Published: Apr 10, 2026

Updated: Jun 20, 2026

Source: uk_fts

This tender has been awarded

Awarded to Ethos Environmental Planning Limited — £27,240

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About This Opportunity

Award by Swindon Borough Council (United Kingdom, industry & manufacturing): Open Space Assessment. Awarded to Ethos Environmental Planning (GBP 27K, Mar 2026).

This is a consulting contract in the trade and industry sector. Located in United Kingdom, Europe, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums.

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Description

This procurement is being concluded following a limited competition procurement exercise.
The Planning Policy team are in the process of preparing a new Local Plan which will replace the current Local Plan 2026. The Open Space Assessment will serve part of the emerging Swindon Local Plan 2043's evidence base.
The National Planning Policy Framework requires local planning authorities to set out policies to help enable communities to access high quality open spaces and opportunities for sport and recreation. These policies must be based on a thorough understanding of the local needs for such facilities and opportunities available for new provision. The Open Space Assessment will provide an assessment of local needs and inform quantity and quality standards for open space in the borough.

Data provenance

This notice is sourced from UK FTS - Find a Tender Service and was originally published on April 10, 2026. Last refreshed 5 days ago. Reference: 032950-2026. BidsFactory mirrors official procurement notices and links back to the source for full legal text.

About Swindon Borough Council

Swindon Borough Council has issued 79 procurement notices on BidsFactory, including 14 currently open and 27 awarded contracts. Activity concentrates in Governance & Public Administration, Information & Communication Technology, and Construction & Civil Works. All notices are published for United Kingdom. Notices are distributed via UK FTS - Find a Tender Service and UK Contracts Finder. Most recent publication: June 18, 2026.

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Visit UK FTS - Find a Tender Service to access the full notice, required documents, and submission instructions. Quote reference 032950-2026 when communicating with the contracting authority.

Is this tender still open?

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Who is the contracting authority?

This notice was issued by Swindon Borough Council in United Kingdom. The authority is responsible for evaluating bids, awarding the contract, and managing performance.

What type of contract is this?

This is a Consulting contract in the Industry & Manufacturing sector. The classification helps bidders match the opportunity to their qualifications and registered scope of supply.

How much was the contract awarded for?

Ethos Environmental Planning Limited was awarded the contract for £27,240. The figure reflects the value disclosed by the contracting authority in the award notice.

Where will the contract be performed?

The contract is for delivery in United Kingdom. Foreign bidders should review local registration, taxation, and any in-country presence requirements before submitting.